Gardena Valet Service Application 2026 FINAL
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Gardena has partnered with WM to provide residential waste service that sets the standard for sustainable trash disposal and recycling.
If a holiday falls on a weekday, collections for the rest of the week will be pushed back a day. For example, for a Thursday holiday, service would be on Friday, and Friday service would be Saturday. For holidays on Saturday or Sunday, there are no delays. Check for holidays that may affect your service.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
We look forward to a smooth transition from Waste Resources and continuing reliable service for our Gardena customers.
Important Announcement
Your everyday choices matter, and we’ve made it easier for you to make a difference. Recycling at home now includes plastic and paper to-go cups. Recycle these materials and show that small steps lead to big change. See how else you can help your community thrive.
Residential Trash & Recycling
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Learn the truth behind three common recycling myths so you can help more materials find a second life.
Review local residential trash & recycling guidance before your next pickup or service request.
Service & Collection Information
WM provides a 64 gallon cart (gray with black lid) for weekly trash collection. 96 gallon carts are available upon request for an additional fee. To view your specific service day, please click here, enter your address and select "Verify".
Container Setout Instructions
Place container on the street with wheels against the curb by 7 a.m. on collection days and remove same day. Keep container at least three (3) feet from parked cars, mailboxes, and other obstacles that may prevent WM team members from picking it up.
How to Prepare Your Materials
All trash should be bagged. Do not overfill your container - the lid must close tightly.
What Belongs in Your Container
As of January 1, 2022, SB 1383 requires Californians to sort and separately collect food scraps, yard debris, and food-soiled paper from trash and recycling. This means food scraps are no longer acceptable in your trash container. For more information on SB 1383, visit wm.com/SB1383
Acceptable items include standard household trash like chip bags, plastic bags, and textiles (donate if lightly used).
Non-acceptable items include construction waste, auto parts, tires, household hazardous waste (paint, oil, household cleaners), medical or electronic waste, and food scraps.
Set Up/Change Residential Service
If you were previously billed by Golden State Water, please contact Golden State Water.
If you were previously billed by Waste Resouces, please contact WM and submit a request for help by clicking here. Select "Continue as Guest," enter your address, and follow the prompts to submit a request.
Report a Missed Pickup
If your container was curbside by the specified time and not emptied, please click here to report a missed pickup. Select "Continue as Guest," enter your address, and follow the prompts to submit a request.
Request an Additional Container
Additional carts are available for a fee. To request additional trash carts, please contact Golden State Water.
Request a Container Repair or Replacement
To view your eligibility to request a container repair or replacement, please visit our support article, scroll to the "Residential" section, click "Get Started," and enter your address.
Questions? Unable to submit your request? Please scroll to the bottom of the article to "Request Help".
